Turnback Terminations – 3/4” - 11/4”

Turnback eye terminations using 3/4” through 1” National S-506 Sleeve utilize open cavity of the S-505 Standard Steel
Sleeve die on the National Hydraulic Swaging Machine. Each 3/4” through 1” S-505 Standard Steel Sleeve die contains
2 cavities (open and tapered). The 1-1/4” size S-506 sleeve utilizes the 1-3/8” socket (S-501 and S-502) die. (See page
48 for smaller sizes)
To form the eye and swage the termination, use the following procedure:

Step 1: Slide the end Step 2: Lubricate

of the rope through both die cavities
the sleeve and turn and lower die face.
back the wire rope
Step 3: 1st pass –
end through the
allow dies to remain
S-506 Duplex Steel
open approximately
Sleeve and adjust
1/2 the distance
the rope to form
from the time initial
proper eye size. Allow
contact is made
approximately 1 (one)
between the sleeve
rope diameter to
and dies. Open dies
extend past the end
and rotate fitting 45
of the sleeve. This will
to 90 degrees.
provide for elongation
of the fitting during
swaging. See page 47 for proper die selection.

Step 4: 2nd pass – Step 5: 3rd pass –

allow dies to remain allow dies to remain
open approximately open approximately
1/2 the distance 1/2 the distance
from the time initial from the time initial
contact is made contact is made
between the sleeve between the sleeve
and dies. Open dies and dies. Open dies
and rotate fitting 45 and rotate fitting 45
to 90 degrees. to 90 degrees.

Step 6: 4th pass – If Step 7: 5th and

sharp flashing does 6th pass – Close
not occur, close dies to round fitting.
dies. Open dies and Open dies and
rotate fitting 45 to rotate 45 to 90
90 degrees. degrees between
passes. Open dies
and check for
proper after swage
dimensions. (See
Page 17 for proper
use of No-Go
Gauges).

Additional swaging may be required to provide smooth finish and achieve proper after swage dimensions.
Dies must be fully closed before swaging is complete.

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 Swage Fittings – Hooks
Swaging Methods for S-319SWG S-319SWG
National S-319SWG carbon steel shank hooks are
designed for swaging in National dies. These
swage fittings are designed to be used on one (1) part of
6 X 19 or 6 X 37 IPS or XIP (EIP), RRL, FC, or
IWRC wire rope.

Before using any National Swage fitting with

any other type lay, construction or grade of wire
rope, it is recommended that the termination be
destructive tested and documented to prove the
adequacy of the assembly to be manufactured.
Identification Stamping
Cold Swaging Process For identification purposes, National swage products
Cold swaging is a process which causes considerable can be impression stamped after swaging. Properly
movement and work hardening of the steel in the fitting. done, there should be no concern for fractures initiating
Exerting extreme pressures, the swaging machine from such impressions.
forces the steel to flow into the crevices between the
wires and strands of the wire rope. At the same time, the To stamp S-319SWG
swaging machine forces the material to flow plastically hooks:
along the length of the wire rope. These are a few of the • Use round corner or
reasons swaging is done in multiple passes in a well low stress stamps.
lubricated die. Stamp to maximum
depth of 0.015 in.
Protecting Dies and Swaging Machine (1/64”).
When the die lands touch each other, effective swaging • Stamp in the area on
stops. Additional swaging adds needless wear and strain the side of the socket
on the dies and swaging machine. We recommend head, as shown in
placing oil on the die faces and cavities. the illustration.
When swaging, the oozing of the oil from the die faces
will indicate when the dies are closed. At this point, NOTE: DO NOT STAMP
stop swaging. ON SWAGING SHANK.

Avoid Excess Flashing

Flashing occurs when socket material flows out into the
area between the die faces . Once formed, additional
passes will not eliminate flashing. They will only fold
back the flash and develop a permanent mark in the
material and possibly create a crack.
To avoid excess flashing,
do the following:
• Select proper die.
• Make sure that dies are
in good condition and
properly lubricated.
• Apply lubricant such as a CORRECT EXCESS
FLASHING
light hydraulic oil to both
die cavities and the lower die face.
• Follow swaging instructions on pages 54-55.

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 Shank Hooks for Swaging
SEE APPLICATION AND
WARNING INFORMATION
Para Español: www.thecrosbygroup.com On Page 51 - 52
• Wide range of sizes available:
S-319SWG
• Working Load Limit: 0.4-14 Ton
• Wire Rope sizes: 3/16” through 1-1/8”.
• Swage shank hook terminations have an efficiency rating of 95%
based on the catalog strength of wire rope.
• Quenched and Tempered. Heat treat process allows for ease
of swaging.
• Forged Carbon Steel.
• Design Factor of 5 to 1.
• Black Oxide finish on body (Shank is uncoated).
• Utilizes standard Crosby 319N shank hooks with interlocking hook
tip. Each hook has a pre-drilled cam which can be equipped with
a latch.
• Utilizes standard National Swage swaging dies.
• All hooks incorporate Crosby’s patented QUIC-CHECK® markings
(Angle Indicators and Throat Deformation Indicators). See Crosby
General Catalog for detailed information.

NOTE: For use with 6 X 19 or 6 X 36, IPS or XIP (EIP), XXIP (EEIP), RRL, FC, or IWRC wire rope.
Before using any Crosby fitting with any other type lay, construction or grade of wire rope, it is recommended that the termination
be destructive tested and documented to prove the adequacy of the assembly to be manufactured. Refer to swage socket or swage
button instructions in the Wire Rope End Terminations User’s Manual for proper swaging techniques.

S-319SWG Shank Hooks for Swaging

Wire Rope Required Maximum
Size Hook Working Weight Swaging Die After Swage
ID Load Limit S-319SWG Each Die Die Diameter
(in.) (mm) Code (Tons)* Stock No. (lbs.) Description Stock No. (in.)
3/16 5 DC 0.4 1053002 .55 1/8” Button 1191621 .40
1/4 6-7 FC 0.7 1053011 .77 1/4” Socket 1192845 .46
5/16 8 GC 1.1 1053020 1.26 1/4” Button 1191621 .58
5/16 8 HC 1.1 1053039 1.83 3/8” Socket 1192863 .71
3/8 9-10 HC 1.6 1053048 1.80 3/8” Socket 1192863 .71
7/16 11 IC 2.1 1053057 3.63 1/2” Socket 1192881 .91
1/2 12-13 IC 2.8 1053066 3.58 1/2” Socket 1192881 .91
9/16 14-15 JC 3.5 1053075 7.37 5/8” Socket 1192907 1.16
5/8 16 JC 4.3 1053084 7.30 5/8” Socket 1192907 1.16
3/4 18 KC 6.2 1053093 12.73 3/4” Socket 1192925 1.42
7/8 20-22 LC 8.3 1053100 17.58 7/8” Socket 1192949 1.55
1 24-26 NC 11.0 1053119 31.46 1” Socket 1192961 1.80
1-1/8 28-30 OC ** 14.0 1053128 53.73 1-1/8” Socket 1192989 2.05
* Minimum Ultimate Load is 5 times the Working Load Limit.
** ID Code “O” is original 319 style hook.

Wire
Rope Dimensions
Size S-319SWG (in.)
(in.) (mm) Stock No. B D E F G H J K L M O P R Y AA
3/16 5 1053002 .44 2.86 .20 .63 .73 .81 .93 .63 5.18 .63 .93 1.96 2.39 2.00 1.50
1/4 6-7 1053011 .50 3.15 .27 .69 .84 .94 .97 .71 5.72 .71 .97 2.22 2.63 2.25 2.00
5/16 8 1053020 .65 3.59 .34 .75 1.00 1.16 1.06 .88 6.39 .88 1.06 2.44 2.80 2.50 2.00
5/16 8 1053039 .77 3.99 .34 .81 1.14 1.31 1.19 .94 7.18 .94 1.16 2.78 3.21 2.75 2.00
3/8 9-10 1053048 .77 3.99 .41 .81 1.14 1.31 1.19 .94 7.18 .94 1.16 2.78 3.21 2.75 2.00
7/16 11 1053057 .98 4.84 .48 1.00 1.44 1.63 1.50 1.31 8.70 1.13 1.41 3.47 3.92 3.25 2.50
1/2 12-13 1053066 .98 4.84 .55 1.00 1.44 1.63 1.50 1.31 8.70 1.13 1.41 3.47 3.92 3.25 2.50
9/16 14-15 1053075 1.25 6.27 .61 1.25 1.82 2.06 1.78 1.66 10.51 1.44 1.69 4.59 4.86 3.75 3.00
5/8 16 1053084 1.25 6.27 .67 1.25 1.82 2.06 1.78 1.66 10.51 1.44 1.69 4.59 4.86 3.75 3.00
3/4 18 1053093 1.55 7.54 .80 1.50 2.26 2.63 2.41 1.88 12.63 1.63 2.22 5.25 6.00 4.25 4.00
7/8 20-22 1053100 1.70 8.33 .94 1.63 2.60 2.94 2.62 2.19 13.60 1.94 2.41 5.69 6.51 4.38 4.00
1 24-26 1053119 1.98 10.38 1.06 2.13 3.01 3.50 3.41 2.69 16.80 2.38 3.19 6.88 8.30 5.38 4.00
1-1/8 28-30 1053128 2.25 13.63 1.19 2.50 3.62 4.62 4.00 3.00 23.09 3.00 3.25 8.78 9.43 9.75 6.50

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 CROSBY® SHANK HOOKS WARNING
FOR SWAGING
• Loads may disengage from hook if proper
WARNINGS AND APPLICATION procedures are not followed.
INSTRUCTIONS • A falling load may cause serious injury or death.
• See OSHA Rule 1926.550(g) for personnel hoisting
by cranes or derricks. A Crosby 319 hook with a PL
Latch attached (when secured with bolt, nut and pin)
may be used for lifting personnel. A Crosby S-319N
hook with an S-4320 Latch attached (when secured
with cotter pin or bolt, nut and pin) may be used for
lifting personnel.
• Hook must always support the load. The load must
never be supported by the latch.
• Never exceed the Working Load Limit (WLL) of the
wire rope and hook system.
• Read and understand Wire Rope End Terminations
User’s Manual before swaging the hook.

S-319SWG

• S-319SWG hooks are recommended for use with 6

x 19 or 6 x 36, IPS or XIP (EIP), XXIP (EEIP), RRL,
FC or IWRC wire rope. Before using any National
Swage fitting with any other type lay, construction
of grade of wire rope, it is recommended that the
termination be destructive tested and documented
to prove the adequacy of the assembly to be
manufactured.
• Use only Crosby shank hooks designed exclusively
for swaging. ZONE A: REPAIR NOT REQUIRED
• A visual periodic inspection for cracks, nicks, wear ZONE B: 10% OF ORIGINAL DIMENSION
gouges and deformation as part of a comprehensive ZONE C: 5% OF ORIGINAL DIMENSION
documented inspection program, should be ZONE D: SEE MINIMUM THREAD SIZE CHART
conducted by trained personnel in compliance with Figure 1
the schedule in ANSI B30.10.
• For hooks used in frequent load cycles or pulsating
loads, the hook should be periodically inspected by
Magnetic Particle or Dye Penetrant.
• Never use a hook whose throat opening has been
increased, or whose tip has been bent more than 10
degrees out of plane from the hook body, or is in any
other way distorted or bent.
• Note: A latch will not work properly on a hook with a
bent or worn tip.
• Never use a hook that is worn beyond the limits
shown in Figure 1.
• Remove from service any hook with a crack, nick, or
gouge. Hooks with a nick or gouge shall be repaired
by grinding lengthwise, following the contour of
the hook, provided that the reduced dimension is
within the limits shown in Figure 1. Contact Crosby
Engineering to evaluate any crack.

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Never repair, alter, rework, or reshape a hook by
welding, heating, burning, or bending.
• Never side load, back load, or tip load a hook. (See
Figure 2).
• The use of a latch may be mandatory by regulations
or safety codes; e.g., OSHA, MSHA, ANSI/ASME
B30, insurance, etc. (Note: When using latches, see
instructions in Understanding: The Crosby Group
Product Warnings for further information.)
Side Load Back Load Top Load
• Always make sure the hook supports the load (See WRONG WRONG WRONG
Figure 3). The latch must never support the load
(See Figure 4). Figure 2
• When placing two (2) sling legs in hook, make sure
the angle from the vertical to the outermost leg is
not greater than 45 degrees, and the included angle
between the legs does not exceed 90 degrees* (See
Figure 5).

* For angles greater than 90 degrees, or more

than two (2) legs, a master link or bolt type anchor
shackle should be used to attach the legs of the sling
to the hook.

• See ANSI/ASME B30.10 “Hooks” for RIGHT WRONG

additional information. Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5
• In accordance with ANSI B30.9, all slings terminated
by swaging shall be proof tested.
• S-319SWG hooks are designed to be a component
of a system, and therefore rated based on the
working limit of the system of which they
are attached.
• The frame code on each S-319SWG hook is to
facilitate proper latch selection only, and has no
reference to the working load limit of the hook.

Required Maximum After

Wire Rope Size Hook Frame Swaging Die Swage
(in.) I.D. Code Stock No. Description Dimensions
3/16 DC 1191621 1/8” Button 0.40
1/4 FC 1192845 1/4” Socket 0.46
5/16 GC 1191621 1/4” Button 0.46
5/16 HC 1192863 3/8” Socket 0.71
3/8 HC 1192863 3/8” Socket 0.71
7/16 IC 1192881 1/2” Socket 0.91
1/2 IC 1192881 1/2” Socket 0.91
9/16 JC 1192907 5/8” Socket 1.16
5/8 JC 1192907 5/8” Socket 1.16
3/4 KC 1192925 3/4” Socket 1.42
7/8 LC 1192949 7/8” Socket 1.55
1 NC 1192961 1” Socket 1.80
1-1/8 OC** 1192989 1-1/8” Socket 2.05
** S319C Style Hook

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 Swage Hook Terminations – 3/16” - 1”
S-319SWG Swage Hooks 3/16” through 1” (See page 55 for larger sizes).
S-319SWG Swage Hooks are swaged in specially designed National Swage dies with a relief and extra length. All hooks
should be swaged full shank. To swage the hook, use the following procedure.

Step 1: For proper Step 2: Slide rope

insertion, mark rope into hook until it is
using Column Y fully inserted in the
Dimension on shank. Inspect mark
page 51. for full insertion.

Step 3: Lubricate Step 4: 1st pass –

both die cavities allow dies to remain
and lower die open approximately
face. See page 1/2 the distance
51 for proper die from time initial
selection. contact is made
between hook and
dies. Rotate fitting
45 to 90 degrees.

Step 5: 2nd pass – Step 6: 3rd pass – If

allow dies to remain sharp flashing does
open approximately not occur, close
½ the distance from dies. Open dies
time initial contact and rotate fitting 45
is made between to 90 degrees.
hook and dies.
Rotate fitting 45 to
90 degrees.

Step 7: 4th and 5th pass – Close dies to

round fitting. Open dies and rotate 45 to
90 degrees between passes. Open dies
and check termination for proper after
swage dimensions. (See page 17 for
proper use of No-Go Gauges).

Additional swaging may be required to provide smooth finish and achieve proper after swage dimensions.
Dies must be fully closed before swaging is complete.
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 Swage Hook Terminations – 11/8” and Larger
S-319SWG Swage Hooks 1-1/8” and larger (See page 54 for smaller sizes).
S-319SWG Swage Hooks are swaged in specially designed National Swage dies with a relief and extra length. All hooks
should be swaged full shank. To swage the hook, use the following procedure.

Step 1: For proper Step 2: Slide rope

insertion, mark rope into hook until it is
using Column Y fully inserted in the
Dimension on shank. Inspect mark
page 51. for full insertion.

Step 3: Lubricate Step 4: 1st pass –

both die cavities allow dies to remain
and lower die open approximately
face. See pages 1/2 the distance
51 for proper die from time initial
selection. contact is made
between hook and
dies. Rotate fitting
45 to 90 degrees.

Step 5: 2nd pass – Step 6: 3rd pass – If

allow dies to remain sharp flashing does
open approximately not occur, close
½ the distance from dies. Open dies
time initial contact and rotate fitting 45
is made between to 90 degrees.
hook and dies.
Rotate fitting 45 to
90 degrees.

Step 7: 4th pass – Close dies to round

fitting. Open dies and check termination
for proper after swage dimensions.
(See page 17 for proper use of No-Go
Gauges).

Note: Limited swaging capacity may

require the use of progressive swaging
(See page 41).

Additional swaging may be required to provide smooth finish and achieve proper after swage dimensions.
Dies must be fully closed before swaging is complete.
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 Swage Terminal Assemblies – Fatigue Life
Relative Fatigue Life of Termination Assemblies
The chart below indicates the relative fatigue life of wire rope termination assemblies utilizing Crosby swage fittings.
The findings are based upon the fatigue testing of assemblies under controlled laboratory conditions. The chart is for
comparison only, not to determine the specific fatigue life values.
Refer to product section in this brochure to find the termination efficiency rating for each particular swaging product.
Efficiency is calculated as a ratio of the ultimate strength of the termination assembly compared to the minimum
breaking force of the wire rope. A rating is given for both Type l and Type ll products.
Relative Fatigue Life

Large Eye, Type II Rope

Large Eye, Type I Rope

Thimble, Type II Rope

Thimble, Type II Rope

Thimble, Type I Rope

Thimble, Type I Rope
4-7 Lay, Type II Rope

4-7 Lay, Type I Rope

Type II Rope

Type II Rope
Type I Rope

Type I Rope

S-501

S-409 S-505
S-502 S-506

Sockets Buttons Sleeves Turnbacks

Rope Types
Type II - 6 x 19 and 6 x 36 FC IPS RRL Wire Rope

Type I - 6 x 19 and 6 x 36 IWRC EIPS RRL Wire Rope

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 Crosby® Spelter Terminations
G-416 G-417 G-517
Crosby Open Crosby Closed Crosby
Spelter Socket Spelter Socket Mooring Socket

SB-427
Crosby WIRELOCK®
Button Socket Socketing

Table of Contents
Spelter Termination – Application and
General Information...........................................58-59
Crosby Spelter Sockets............................................... 60
Open Spelter Sockets.................................................. 61
Closed Spelter Sockets............................................... 62
Crosby Mooring Sockets.........................................63-64
Crosby Button Spelter Sockets...............................65-67
WIRELOCK®...........................................................69-95

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 Spelter Terminations
Application and General Information
G/S-416 G/S-417 G-517 SB-427 W416-7
Crosby Crosby Crosby Button WIRELOCK®
Open Closed Mooring Socket
Socket
Spelter Spelter Socket Compound
Socket Socket
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5
There are four basic types of sockets available from
Crosby that utilize a poured zinc or resin to create the
termination. Poured sockets are used in many wire rope
and structural strand termination applications where a
high strength, permanent end attachment is required.
Crosby Spelter Sockets are available in both the closed
and open design (see Figure 1 and Figure 2 above).
These types of poured sockets are generally used as
a straight tension member. They are commonly used
on crane boom pendant lines and on applications
that require an anchoring system to be connected
mechanically to a structure, such as on bridges and
roof systems. They are also occasionally used on crane
hoist lines to connect to a crane block or overhaul ball.
Crosby Mooring Sockets (See Figure 3) are designed
to be used in marine applications where attachment to
shackles and connecting links is required.
Crosby Button Sockets (see Figure 4) are designed
to terminate all types of running ropes used on
mobile cranes to connect a hoist line to a crane block or
overhaul ball.
The common thread among all these products is the
method used to terminate the rope. WIRELOCK®
(see Figure 5) is a resin compound offered by Crosby,
that when properly used, creates a 100% efficient
termination. Zinc is also used to terminate spelter type
sockets with the same resultant efficiency.
Efficiency
Efficiency ratings for wire rope end terminations are
based upon the minimum breaking force of wire rope.
When properly fabricated, all Crosby Spelter Sockets
have a termination efficiency of 100 percent based on
the minimum breaking force of the wire rope (see table
at top of page). Ratings for Crosby Spelter Sockets are
based on recommended use with 6 x 7, 6 x 19, or 6 x
36, IPS or XIP (EIP), XXIP (EEIP), RRL, FC, or IWRC
wire rope.
Strand constructed with minimal number of wires
(e.g. 1 x 7) requires special consideration that socket
basket length be five (5) times the strand diameter or
fifty (50) times the wire diameter, whichever is greater.
58
Figure #
from
Product Left Efficiency
G/S-416 Open Spelter Sockets 1 100%
G/S-417 Closed Spelter Sockets 2 100%
G-517 Mooring Sockets 3 100%
SB-427 Button Sockets 4 100%
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
1. The spelter process begins by inserting the end
of the wire rope into the narrow end of the cone
shaped socket or button.
2. Before pouring the socket, the wire must be broomed
and properly cleaned. Once the socket (or button)
and wire rope are properly prepared, the broomed
wire rope is pulled inside the socket cavity.
3. The socket (or button) cavity is then poured with
molten zinc, or more commonly, an epoxy resin
called WIRELOCK®.
4. The socket must then be allowed to cure based on
zinc/resin manufacturer’s recommendations.
5. Assembly length is measured from center line of pins
for both open and closed sockets (bearing point to
bearing point).
LENGTH
Key Facts About Spelter Terminations:
1. Poured spelter sockets are occasionally used in
sling applications. However, if used in a choker hitch
sling application, the rated capacity must be reduced
based on angle of choke. See wire rope capacity
chart for complete information.
2. Assemblies with poured sockets can have tight
tolerances. Tolerances as small as plus or minus 1/8
inch is not uncommon.
3. Specifications such as fitting type, orientation of pin,
whether zinc or epoxy resin is to be used and type of
application should be communicated to the fabricator
of the socket assembly.
4. Proper training is required before attempting to pour
sockets. See proper socketing procedures in following
pages for complete information.
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